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The order of the differential equation obtained by eliminating arbitrary constants in the family of curves $c_1y = (c_2 +c_3 )e^{x+c_4}$ is

Updated On: May 22, 2024
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

$\left(y = [(\frac{C_2 + C_3}{C_1})e^{C_4}]e^x = A e^x,\right)$
where $A = \left((\frac{C_2 + C_3}{C_1})e^{C_4}\right)$
Order = Number of independent arbitrary constants $= 1$
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Concepts Used:

Order and Degree of Differential Equation

The equation that helps us to identify the type and complexity of the differential equation is the order and degree of a differential equation.

The Order of a Differential Equation:

The highest order of the derivative that appears in the differential equation is the order of a differential equation.

The Degree of a Differential Equation:

The highest power of the highest order derivative that appears in a differential equation is the degree of a differential equation. Its degree is always a positive integer.

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